Craftsman 580.751781 - Manual (Page 14)

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE HOURLY OPERATING INTERVAL SERVICE DATES
MAINTENANCE TASK
Before
Each Use
Every 25
Hours or
Yearly
Every 50
Hours or
Yearly
Every 100
Hours or
Yearly
PRESSURE WASHER
Check/clean inlet filter and screen
XV
Check high pressure hose. X
Check detergent hose. X
Check gun and wand for leaks. X
Check pump oil ❖ X
Purge pump of air and contaniments X
ENGINE
Check oil level
X
Change engine oil. « X*
Rétorqué head bolts. X
Service air cleaner. X**
Clean/replace spark plug. X
Clean spar k arrestor screen. X
Prepare for storage,. Prepare unit for storage if it is to remain idle
longer than 30 days
V Clean if clogged. Replace if perforated or torn ♦ ChangeoHafterfirstShours, then after every 50 hours.
* Chnnge sooiicr when qpemliiig under heavy load or high ambicnl temperature ** Clean more often under dusty conditions or wt)cn jarbome debris is present
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty of the high pressure washer does not cover
items that have been subjected to operator abuse or neg-
iigence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator
must maintain high pressure washer as instructed in this
manual
Some adjustments will need to be made periodicaliy to
properly maintain your high pressure washer.
All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual should be made at least once each season,
o Once a year you should replace the spark plug and
clean or replace the air filter and check the gun and
wand assembly for wear. A new spark plug and clean
air filter assure proper fuel-air mixture and help your
engine run better and last longer.
BEFORE EACH USE
o Check engine oil level.
o Check water inlet filter and quick-connect screen for
damage.
e Check high pressure hose for leaks,
o Check detergent inlet hose and filter for damage.
o
Check gun and wand assembly for leaks,
o Purge pump of air and contaniments.
PRESSURE WASHER MAINTENANCE
Check and Clean Inlet Supply Filter and inlet Screen:
Remove quick-connect and examine inlet screen on the
female connector and filter on pump inlet fitting. Clean if
either is clogged or replace if either is torn.
Check High Pressure Hose: High pressure hose can
develop leaks from wear, kinking, abuse. Inspect hose
each time before using it. Check for cuts, leaks, abrasions
or bulging of cover, or damage or movement of couplings.
If any of these conditions exist, replace hose immediately.
DANGER: WATER SPRAYING FROM A LEAK £ CA­
PABLE OF INJECTING MATERIAL INTO SKIN. NEVER
REPAIR HIGH PRESSURE HOSE. REPLACE WITH
HOSETHATMEETS MINIMUM PRESSURE RATING OF
YOUR PRESSURE WASHER.
Check Detergent Hose: Examine the filter on the deter­
gent hose and clean if clogged. Hose should fit tightly on
barbed fitting. Examine hose for leaks or tears. Replace
the filter or hose if either is damaged.
Check Gun and Wand: Examine hose connection to gun
and make sure it is secure. Test trigger by pressing it and
making sure it springs back into piace when you release it.
Put safety latch in ON position and test trigger. You should
not be able to press trigger.
Check Pump Oil: Refer to PUMP MAINTENANCE for
information.
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